The Tesla Model 3 is an ideal choice for navigating the bustling streets and expansive highways of Los Angeles. With its… impressive electric range and performance, the Model 3 can effortlessly handle daily commutes and weekend getaways to popular spots like Santa Monica Beach or the San Fernando Valley. In a city known for its traffic, the Model 3's quick acceleration and agile handling allow for efficient maneuvering through congested roads, making it a practical option for urban driving. Additionally, the access to Tesla's extensive network of Supercharger stations throughout the area ensures that charging is convenient and accessible, easing any range anxiety.
While the Model 3 excels in many areas, those frequently relying on public parking in tight spaces may find its size slightly less maneuverable than smaller vehicles. However, the spacious interior and comfortable seating make it a delightful option for both passengers and drivers alike on longer trips or adventures. Overall, for those living in or visiting Los Angeles, the Tesla Model 3 provides a compelling combination of performance, comfort, and convenience.
This is NOT the 2023 and earlier Model 3. I don't know why people are posting about that version in the 2024 review. I'd driven the 2022- and I hated it. The 2024 All-Wheel has been shipping ONLY since THIS MONTH- June. So no reviews on Tesla 3's from before June are remotely relevant. I am a longtime BMW driver- I've had 28 of them, from sedan to SUV to sports car- some 2 wheel, … some 4 wheel, some M. This NEW 2024 Model 3, a totally different car to the 2023 Model 3, is absolutely fantastic. It is the best sports sedan I've ever driven. The upgraded stereo is much better than BMW's upgrade (you get a better stereo with the dual motor versions- so this is NOT a review of the single-motor "base" model", but rather the dual motor). I also drove the "Performance"- and there is no reason to get that model (unless you plan to go to the track). Car & Driver just tested the Extended Range Dual Motor, and got 0-60 in 4 seconds flat (Tesla says 4.2- they got 4.0). That is as fast as you need a sedan to be- and I'm a die hard car guy. As with any electric, the power is immediate and by the time you can breathe you are at 60mph, breaking the law... I purchased aftermarket shades for the roof glass- I live in Vegas- and they popped right in and fit perfectly- cost: $39 on Amazon. I also purchased a wheel kit- lug nut covers and center caps- and removed the aero covers. The rims look MUCH better at a small cost to efficiency- supposedly about 10 miles on a complete charge. I drive this car just for errands, around town- so, not much mileage- and just plug it into my garage 110 socket. It fully charges by the time I need to use it again. The price of this car (lease of you can- because, who knows what the depreciation will REALLY be!) with the tax rebate was... Toyota-like. Shocking how much car you get for the $. The biggest downside is, unlike other electric cars that still operate like cars, this is a computer. So you have to learn a whole new way of operating the car. There is a learning curve that will involve YouTube videos. The best ones are not Teslas- they have not updated the vids since the prior model- they are the ones by enthusiasts. Example- I could not figure out how to open the glovebox- in desperation I simply said "Open the glovebox"- and boom- it popped right open. Unlike Hal in 2001, the Telsa WILL open the pod bay door. Other things- when I went to pull the plug out of the car, of course it would not pull out. You have to go to the app and release it- it locks in place for many good reasons. I still have a beautiful BMW SUV- my wife's car, with only 6500 miles on it- but it seems primative by comparison. And did I mention the stereo in this Telsa model? Anyway, there is a solution to everyone's issue with the car- there are even a bunch of aftermarket screens you can add to the dash if you can't get used to glancing to the right (several for under $200). Adding the sunscreens to the glass roof is essential if you live someplace like Vegas. They remove in seconds, so I'll take them off in the winter. Look, they don't have their complete "game" on- they are hard to get ahold of, etc- but the showroom/purchase experience is very different. No scent of desperation- and regardless of my feeling about Musk (after all, I have NO idea of the politics of the guy who runs Kia, or Porsche, or BMW- we all know Musk because he has no filter), the people who work in my local dealership are happy. No commissions, no pressure- and it looks like the United Nations in there- very diverse. I'm supporting THEM, not Musk. So all in all, LOVE the car, absolutely fantastic- not for everyone, but perfect for my needs. And we still have my wife's car for road trips. I'm not interested in public charging.... UPDATE: So far, a few software updates have added new cool features! Still just charging in my garage, using a standard 110 outlet. Same minor "complaints"- (1) should have a heads up display, and (2) should have a sliding screen for the glass roof. But for the money- fantastic car. Period.
